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Chicago First Alert Weather: Temperatures in the 80s Wednesday

By Laura Bannon

April 12, 2023 / 5:49 AM CDT / CBS Chicago

Chicago First Alert Weather: Temperatures in the 80s, sunshine Wednesday

CHICAGO (CBS)-- It's going to be a warm and sunny day.

Temperatures climb to the 80s on Wednesday with strong winds.

These conditions lead to an increased fire risk. Any grass or brush fires that ignite will likely spread out of a control. Red flag warnings are posted.

Less wind Thursday and Friday with temperatures in the upper 70s and lower 80s.

Saturday brings a chance for showers and thunderstorms with cooler by Sunday.

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Laura Bannon

Laura Bannon is the weekday morning meteorologist at CBS2. A native of Chicagoland, Laura grew up in Naperville. She is an Emmy-nominated meteorologist and holds her NWA Seal of Approval.